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Insta360

X4

8K 360 action camera with dual 1/2-inch sensors, 72MP photos, 4K60 single-lens mode, FlowState stabilization, and 10m waterproofing.

$499

Last updated May 2026

Key specs at a glance

Resolution

72 MP

Sensor

1/2"

ISO max

6,400

Burst

20 fps

4K

60 fps

IBIS

No

Weight

203 g

Battery

640 shots

Body size

Insta360 X4

46 × 124 × 38 mm

203 g (0.45 lb / 7.16 oz)

46 × 124 × 38 mm · 203 g (0.45 lb / 7.16 oz)

Best for

Use-case scores

Scored algorithmically from verified specs. 10 = best in class.

Portrait

Limited
3.0/ 10
  • · 72MP — excellent for large prints and crops

Sports & Action

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · 20fps burst — fast action ready
  • · Pre-Capture records before you press shutter

Video & Hybrid

Good
6.5/ 10
  • · 8K recording for future-proof footage
  • · 4K 60p smooth motion

Landscape

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · 72MP — massive detail for large prints
  • · Weather sealed for outdoor conditions

Travel

Good
7.0/ 10
  • · 203g — ultralight for all-day carry
  • · 640 shots/charge — all-day shooting

Wildlife

Fair
5.5/ 10
  • · 20fps burst captures fleeting moments
  • · Weather sealed for field conditions

Vlogging

Fair
5.0/ 10
  • · 203g — easy to handhold for selfie video
  • · 4K 60p for smooth handheld vlogs

Pros

  • 8K 360 video
  • 72MP 360 photos
  • 4K60 single-lens mode
  • 10m waterproof

Cons

  • 360 workflow needs reframing
  • 8K runtime ~75 min
  • Larger than Ace Pro

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Full specifications

Verified specs · Insta360 X4

Sensor

Resolution72 MP
Sensor typeDual 1/2" CMOS (360°)
Sensor size1/2"

Processor

ProcessorImage processor

ISO

ISO min (native)100
ISO max (native)6,400
ISO max (expanded)6,400

Shutter

Shutter typeElectronic shutter
Max mechanical speed1/8000 sec
Max electronic speed1/8000 sec

Autofocus

AF systemFixed focus
AF points / zones0
Eye AFNo
Animal / bird AFNo
Subject recognition

Burst

Burst (mechanical)8 fps
Burst (electronic)20 fps
Pre-Capture / Pre-ReleaseYes
RAW buffer depth120 frames

Video

Max resolution8K
4K max frame rate60 fps
Max video bit rate200 Mbps
Internal RAW videoNo
Log profileStandard / Vivid / Flat
CodecsH.264, H.265

Stabilization

In-body stabilizationNo
IBIS effectiveness7 stops

Body

Weight203 g
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)46 × 123.6 × 37.6 mm
Weather sealingYes

Battery

BatteryLP-E6NH
Battery life (CIPA)640 shots

Storage

Card slots1
Card typesmicroSD

Viewfinder

Viewfinder typeNo built-in EVF

LCD

LCD size2.5 in
LCD typeTouchscreen
TouchscreenYes

Connectivity

USBUSB-C 3.0
HDMIFull HDMI (Type A)
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi standard802.11a/n/ac (5 GHz)
BluetoothYes
Microphone jack (3.5mm)Yes
Headphone jack (3.5mm)Yes

Lens Mount

Lens mountFixed lens